Example: Stage Adaptation

This course explores the art of theatrical adaptation—transforming existing works such as novels, poems, films, historical events, or personal narratives into compelling stage performances. We also explore the art of adapting isolated inspirations such as images, found texts, and memories. Students will examine a variety of adaptation techniques to analyze how form, structure, and meaning shift across mediums in translation to the stage. Through exercises, exploration, and collaborative workshops, students will experiment with reimagining source material while developing their own unique theatrical voice. Students will deliver different adaptations weekly with a culmination of presenting an original adapted scene or short performance piece.